That doesn't necessarily mean that they have to outright ban usage of their brand. They could have worked out a deal beneficial to all sides. Of course, they do

That doesn't necessarily mean that they have to outright ban usage of their brand. They could have worked out a deal beneficial to all sides. Of course, they don't have to... There is a concept of fair use of trademarks. Just referring to them by name is fair use. Disseminating truthful information or using them in an academic setting is fair use. Though, I see complications if the information is true, but hurtful for the brand, or if the website gets ad revenue. Obvious mention: IANAL